 The companies continue to be rivals, and are both among the world's most popular cymbal brands.Sabian cymbals have been used by many famous drummers in the world, including Phil Collins, Tony Royster, Jr. (Jay Z), Chad Smith of the Red Hot Chili Peppers, Neil Peart of Rush, and Mike Portnoy, formerly of Dream Theater.Zildjian remained active in management until recently, spending most of the summer in a cottage in Meductic, New Brunswick, near the main production facility.